Well, the over 65 range did not increase but to that group's credit they likely don't have employment income at that point. Actually what I think the chart is telling us is that nobody is saving enough. These figures are net worth so likely house equity is a big chunk of it rather than cash.

It is going to be an interesting to watch how the erosion of pension plans impacts the elderly. The first group of employees with 401(k)s instead of pension plans will be retiring over the next 10 - 15 years. I think the "unintended consequences" might be significant.